Stephan “Scendsei” Steciw
Chicago native, Scendsei, combines his eclectic taste, turntablism skills, and smooth blending capabilities with his dynamic personality to consistently provide listeners an unforgettable experience through his mixes. From house and hip-hop to soul and r&b, Scendsei’s music has graced the speakers of many different venues and festivals across the country. At every event, Scendsei truly tailors his routine to the vibe of the crowd, firmly believing in knowing the audience and always maintaining the right energy.
In his many years as a DJ, Scendsei has built up an exceptional resume of festival/event bookings and residencies throughout Chicago. He has opened for artists such as Naughty By Nature and The Wu-Tang Clan, as well as playing Chicago festivals such as North Coast Music Fest and The Silver Room Block Party, just to name a few. In 2013, Scendsei was invited to join the elite group of DJ instructors at Jam Master Jay's, "Scratch DJ Academy", as a Teacher’s Assistant, and within a year was promoted into the full time position as an Instructor. Since then, he has gone on to teach and run various workshops, as well as partnering with community organizations such as "Beats And Bars" to provide music lessons and opportunities for Chicago youth. Scendsei has also produced original music for various artists and brands throughout the city, making him an multifaceted artist & musician.
Despite all he’s accomplished in the last 18 years, Scendsei stays humble and down-to-earth, creating just another reason why he remains such a crowd favorite, and a well known staple to the music scene in Chicago today.